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After the final kick

The Walking Dead: All Out War kickstarter is complete, and everything funded by it is now available at your FLGS (or directly from Mantic). This has been one of the biggest products for Mantic (so far - the Hellboy kickstarter was the biggest ever for Mantic, and that looks to explode when it hits next year) , and they are continuing development on the game. They are continuing to label each release as a wave, and information on wave 5 is starting to come out.

Governor's Trophy Room Collectible Set

First off in August is a new resin collector's set. This, like the previous "Eeny, Meeny, Miny, Moe" diorama, this is a major scene from the comics. The Negan model from that one was usable in the game, so the two figures here are also.

A big difference with this one however is in addition to new sculpts, there are new cards for the heroes as well (where EMMM had new art, but the Negan card was otherwise the same). This is currently available for pre-order on the Mantic web site as well as your FLGS (

The Governor's Trophy Room (MSRP $39.99)

Studio painted version

new Governor sculpt

new Michonne sculpt

The governor's trophy case

new card for the Governor

new card for Michonne

This set contains two exclusive sculpts for the Governor and Michonne as they face-off against each other in the Governor's personal trophy room. There is also detailed scenery - including the Governor's grilsy "tophies" - which is fully compatible with the rest of the Walking Dead range - so you can use it in your games on the tabletop!This is a Collector's Resin set for The Walking Dead: All Out War, including:

2 Exclusive new Character Cards - Brian Blake, Trophy Collector, and Michonne, Beaten but not Broken

2 Exclusive Resin Survivors - The Governor and Michonne

Resin Governor's Trophy Tanks

Resin Chair

Resin Table

While I haven't seen a release date for wave 5 (though it appears they will be out in September (so I would guess at the 24th), our friends over at Miniature Marketplace have them up for pre-order already.

Much like the other waves, wave 5 consists of several boosters (seven) and an an expansion. The expansion has additional rules and cards (beyond just new equipment), while boosters are a few figures (in the past it has been three (two survivors and a walker), however the full contents of each booster has not been listed, so it is possible this could change).

Fear the Hunters Expansion

The expansion is "Fear the Hunters". This, like the other expansions, is the name of one of the six issue collections of the comic book - Volume 11 (issues 61-66).

The hunters are a band of survivors that have turned to cannibalism in order to survive. They are the last major foe the group faces before finding Alexandria (and the Saviors).

Gameplay wise, the expansion adds in Veteran skill cards - which are like equipment but do not take up a slot. In addition they are adding rules for map based campaigns. Much like other miniature games, on each campaign turn you attempt to claim areas of the map (which often leads to conflict with other groups - and thus is an excuse to play more games).

Finally they are adding a "Free For All!" scenario for three or more players on a larger (40"x40") map (broken into 16 10" squares) where each player attempts to collect enough supply counters to win before the threat level hits maximum (and results in a draw for everyone).

Of course there are new miniatures as well:

Fear the Hunters (MSRP $44.99)

On their way to Washington DC, the Survivors realise that they are being stalked by a group of humans. By the time they reach Father Gabriel's church, these cannibals reveal themselves as a new threat. Fear the Hunters.

Contents:

Albert

Charlie

David

Greg

Theresa

Fear the Hunters Rulebook

Campaign Map

20 Campaign Event Cards

7 Character Cards

7 Event Cards

15 Supply Cards

12 Equipment Cards

To go with the main expansion are seven boosters. All of the boosters have a MSRP of $19.99 with one exception (below)

Abraham booster

This story is also where we meet Abraham, Eugene and Rosita as well. The best part is that now Abraham has a 'normal' release - so if you are interested in playing him competitively you can finally use him in your tournament warbands (he is one of my favorite sculpts from the original kickstarter).

Abraham and ??

Ex-military, with a short temper and skill with firearms, Abraham appears violent and cold to others. He is actually as scared as any of the other survivors, and eventually comes to rely on them to survive the walkers.

Eugene and Rosita Booster
I have a little more information on the next few boosters (though this is always subject to change). One thing interesting is all of them (and the expansion) seem to now be coming out with MORE character cards than models - meaning there are new, alternate cards for existing models. This is another way to keep the game fresh and interesting.

Eugene and Rosita

Eugene knows the source of the walkers, or so he claims. Rosita, meanwhile, is kind and stable, helping both Abraham and Eugene in their mission to D.C.

Contents:

Rosita

Eugene

3 Character Cards

4 Equipment Cards

Father Gabriel Booster
This adds Father Gabriel and a new sculpt for Carl (whose hat (to me at least) seems to just keep growing bigger and bigger)).

Father Gabriel & Carl

Whilst being stalked by the Hunters, the Survivors take refuge in Father Gabriel's church. How such a mild mannered pastor was able to survive the horrors of the undead is a mystery.Contents:

Father Gabriel

Carl

3 Character Cards

4 Equipment Cards

Maggie & Glenn on Horseback Booster

These now go with the Rick on Horseback models - adding mounted versions of some of our favorite characters. I will assume that, like Rick, the horse is bought as equipment and makes the model significantly faster, and may be sacrificed to avoid a wound in combat (in which case you replace the model with an appropriate one on foot).

Because the models are significantly larger, this booster has an MSRP of $29.99

Maggie and Glenn on Horseback

After surviving the assault on the prison, Maggie and Glenn are fortunate to discover a pair of horses on their travels. Quick enough to escape from the Walkers, they regropup safely with the other survivors.Contents:

Maggie on Horseback

Glenn on Horseback

Walker

2 Character Cards

4 Equipment Cards

The last two (so far) boosters are not scheduled to come out until 2019, so have very little information at this point.Chris, Leader of the Hunters booster

Chris, Leader of the Hunters

Under Chris' leadership, the Hunters have survived the horror of the new world by hunting the easiest prey - humans.Rick, Leader of the Survivors Booster

After the assault on the prison, Rick is now the undisputed leader of the Survivors. The Hunters and the events to come will test him and his friends to their core.

So lots to look forward to for Walking Dead fans. What are you most looking forward to adding to your collection?

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Releasing September 2016 (Shipping week of 26th)$39.99 MSRP Hardcover (will include rules and lists)With Kings of War Historical players can now enjoy their love of both Fantasy and Historical massed battle games! This supplement will allow for numerous armies from past ages to be played on the table top. From Samurai, Vikings and the armies of the Crusades, you can recreate your most loved periods in history!
Because it is all fun and games . . .

We've heard the rumors, we've seen the open day pictures and renders. We've been told that the studio models are being painted and we should have pictures of them soon.

But since when have we ever been content with waiting. Mighty Ape, an online retailer in Australia has pre-orders for the new Empire of Dust, which I believe is scheduled for release the end of July (remember that when Mantic gives a release date it is the date it BEGINS shipping, not when it hits retail stores)

I do want to also clarify that these are all pre-production images and lists - and they may be subject to change. The prices are my estimates - Mighty Ape has the australian prices - but those aren't in US $ and may be discounted (so I'm trying to guess at US MSRP). Also all of these come with bases for everything and mantic points, so I'm not listing those with each entry.

June sees some big releases from Mantic for Kings of War. When I say big, I mean BIG. Monstrous even.

First, in June the forces of the abyss are finally getting a model for the living legend Chroneas. Now a Chroneas is a monster, and while not unique, they are rare enough to never encounter more than one. Of course with Fireball 20, Piercing (1) and the special rule that it is NEVER disordered (i.e. the only way to stop it shooting at you is to kill it) they do seem to show up in almost everyone's list.
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So to start off are the scuttlers. Some of the weakest of the troops - these little crabs are your cheap options to fill out your troops.

Inkers are octopi that can create a smoke cloud once a game, and then again when they die.

The assassins are close combat troops

While the gunslingers are better at shooting

and when you need a bit more firepower, the riflemen back them up

Finally are the Ogres. Massive crabs ready to put the hurt on anything in the deadzone.

September Releases
Set for release in September (remember Mantic usually does their releases on the last Monday of the month).

Kings of War
Of course I'm going to start with Kings of War (if you wonder why - seriously, have you been reading much of this at all?)

MGKW10 - Kings of War Historical Armies $34.99.
No one is interested in this new Hardback rule supplement with 30 army lists ranging from ancient to around the 1500's (I think war of the roses is the most recent). Ok, seriously folks. Pre-order this NOW. I put up a little post a couple of weeks ago that wasn't much more than this picture and saying it was coming out - well that is now the #2 most view post in my blog with over 2500 views (my average is a few hundred).

Dungeon Saga
MGDS06 - Dungeon Saga: The Tyrant of Halpi - $49.99
If you want to see all the details about this what is coming in this expansion - just watch this space.

The fecal excrement is about to impact the rotational cooling device. And if you don't believe me, just look back at last year.

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